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This bill aims to strengthen the United States' engagement with the Pacific Islands region by establishing a comprehensive strategy and framework for diplomatic, economic, and strategic cooperation. The legislation requires the President to develop and submit a "Strategy for Pacific Partnership" by January 1, 2026, and again by January 1, 2030, which will outline the United States' goals for engagement, assess regional threats (such as natural disasters, illegal fishing, and military pressures), and propose plans to address these challenges. The bill emphasizes collaboration with regional multilateral institutions like the Pacific Islands Forum and partners such as Australia, Japan, and New Zealand, and calls for coordinating assistance programs to maximize benefits for Pacific Island nations. Additionally, the bill extends diplomatic immunities to the Pacific Islands Forum, requires annual updates to existing reports to include discussions of transnational crime in the region, and mandates consultation with various stakeholders, including governmental agencies, regional organizations, civil society, and U.S. Pacific territories. The legislation reflects a strategic commitment to promoting peace, security, sustainable development, democratic governance, and shared interests in the Pacific Islands region.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1740/all-info